Orthopedic surgeons are medical professionals who specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of the full range of disorders, conditions, and injuries affecting the musculoskeletal system (bony and soft-tissue structures of the body). Among many other specific musculoskeletal issues, [Read More]
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Why Do I Need to See a Bone Specialist?
Bone specialists, also referred to as orthopedic surgeons, have advanced knowledge and training—beyond those of a primary care doctor—to diagnose and provide treatment for the full range of injuries and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system (the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and [Read More]
Tips for a Smooth Recovery After a Total Hip Replacement
If your hip arthritis is no longer responding to conservative interventions and has caused extensive damage to the joint, your orthopedic surgeon will likely recommend a total hip replacement (hip arthroplasty) to restore your normal function and mobility. The procedure involves the replacement of a [Read More]
Get Rid of Tendonitis for Good: Treatment Options
Tendonitis is a painful condition that is a result of inflammation in one or more tendons. Tendons are the fibrous cords that connect a muscle to a bone, enabling the bone to move. The joint areas that are most commonly affected by tendonitis are the shoulders, elbows, wrists, and knees. The pain [Read More]
Get to Know Your Joints and How Hip Replacements Work
The hip is among the body’s largest weight-bearing joints. The hip consists of three bones (ilium, ischium, and pubis), and it essentially serves as the junction where the thighbone (femur) joins the pelvis. The hip is a ball-and-socket joint consisting of two main parts—the femoral head (the [Read More]